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Zero Fare pilot delivered 4.3 million free rides in its first year

Zero Fare’s success highlights the importance of free public transit for underserved communities. For many Philadelphia pedestrians, paying for public…

2 days ago

Citywide cleanups, SEPTA troubles, solar procurement & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news. October was exceptionally hot and dry. The average temperature in Philadelphia last month…

7 days ago

Exploring Schuylkill Center’s accredited arboretum: a commitment to native trees

Discover native trees, urban ecology, and vibrant community engagement at Philadelphia’s newly acclaimed arboreal landmark. Known for its abundant ‘tree…

1 week ago

Election results, green buildings, and more drought complications

Catch up on the latest sustainability news. The 2024 election season was a disappointing one for environmental voters. Republican candidates…

2 weeks ago

Climate’s on the ballot, PA drought & electrifying ports

Your weekly dose of sustainability highlights Yesterday was an exceptionally warm Halloween at 82 degrees, matching a record set in…

3 weeks ago

National votes, local impacts: Five ways this election matters for Philly’s environment

The next presidential administration could keep or cut critical programs that benefit Philly. Did you know that an estimated 13 million…

3 weeks ago

PWD lead maps, grants for food recovery & Delaware River reports

Catch up on the latest sustainability news! The Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) has unveiled a public-facing online map showing water…

4 weeks ago

45 new electric buses coming to the School District of Philadelphia due to $17 million in EPA funding

More Philly students will be riding to school in clean buses. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced nearly…

4 weeks ago

Thriving Communities, Keeping Philly charged, Recycling pet packaging & more

Catch up on the latest sustainability news Did you know that on his first day in office, President Biden signed…

1 month ago

How PA’s Environmental Rights Amendment could challenge PGW to consider climate

Pennsylvania is one of six states to include environmental protections in its Constitution. As a tool used before, it could…

1 month ago